U. S. Scott #764 - MNH - Graded VF (LA01-0041-03-03)

Item Specifics

Country

United States

Catalog Number

764

Stamp Type

General Issue

Condition

Mint (NH)

Centering

VF

Stamp Format

Single

Certificate Grade

80 (VF)

Year of Issue

1934

Item Description

Stamp Evaluation – Scott #764 (Unused, Never Hinged – Single Stamp)
9¢ Red Orange – Glacier National Park, 1935
(National Parks Series – Rotary Press Printing, Imperforate)

Design Overview:
Scott #764 is a 9¢ imperforate commemorative stamp issued in 1935 as part of the National Parks series. It features a scenic view of Glacier National Park with a mountain centered in the background and a reflective lake in the foreground, framed by trees. The denomination “9¢” is enclosed at bottom right, with “GLACIER” and “U.S. POSTAGE” printed vertically along the frame. This issue was released in souvenir panes of six for collectors, not for general postal use.

The example submitted is unused and has not been previously hinged. The color is bold and well applied, with clean paper and no visible blemishes.

Grading Breakdown:
Centering Grade: 82 (Very Fine)
The stamp has full, well-clear margins on all four sides. The left margin is the narrowest, followed by the bottom. The right and top margins are wider, creating a slight rightward and upward visual bias. Despite the mild asymmetry, the design is nicely balanced within the margins, qualifying for a Very Fine centering grade under PSE standards for imperforates.

Soundness Evaluation:
The stamp is faultless. There are no tears, creases, thins, or ink transfer issues on either side.
Soundness Classification: Faultless
Soundness Deduction: 0 points

Perforations and Margins:
As an imperforate issue, the stamp lacks perforations and is cut with full, square margins. There are no indications of trimming into the design or irregular edges. All corners are sharp and clean.

Eye Appeal Adjustment:
The stamp’s red-orange hue is strong and consistent across the surface. The image is well printed, and the paper is fresh and unmarred. There are no visual distractions that warrant adjustment.
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0 points

Final Numerical Grade Calculation:
Centering Grade: 82 (Very Fine)
Soundness Deduction: 0 (Faultless)
Adjusted Base Grade: 82
Eye Appeal Adjustment: 0
Final Grade: 82 (Very Fine – VF)

Final Summary:
Scott Number: 764
Condition: Unused, Never Hinged, Original Gum
Centering: 82 (Very Fine)
Soundness: Faultless
Perforations: Imperforate – full, even margins
Eye Appeal: No deduction or bonus applied
Final Grade: 82 (Very Fine – VF)

Final Verdict:
This unused, never hinged example of Scott #764 is a clean, well-centered imperforate issue with no faults. Its sharp presentation and faultless structure result in a final grade of 82 (Very Fine) in accordance with the 2009 PSE Grading Guide.

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